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Free Public Payphones: A Vital Lifeline in Australia

Australia's free public payphones are more than a festive novelty; they're a crucial safety net for vulnerable groups and a reminder of the immense value of universal public goods. Discover why Telstra made calls free.

New Banksy Artwork Appears in Central London

A new Banksy artwork depicting two people looking up at a London skyscraper has emerged near Tottenham Court Road. Discover the details and the artist's recent provocative history.

LA Billboard Artwork Condemns Trump's ICE Raids

A powerful public artwork in Los Angeles condemning Trump-era ICE immigration raids has ignited debate. Discover the story behind the controversial billboard and the artist's message.

Artist's £2m hand-painted home hits the market

A British artist has turned her entire Devon home into a continuous, immersive painting. The unique five-bedroom property, now for sale at £2m, includes 400 sq m of artwork. Discover this one-of-a-kind living canvas.

70 Convictions in NY Public Housing Bribery Case

A decade-long New York public housing bribery scheme concludes with 70 convictions after the largest single-day bribery takedown in US Justice Department history. Discover the full story.

Mandelson Under Investigation for Public Urination

Lord Peter Mandelson faces a £300 fine after being caught urinating in a London street. The former Labour minister cites age-related prostate issues and lack of public facilities as mitigating factors.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

Picasso Masterpiece Stuns Antiques Roadshow Experts

BBC's Antiques Roadshow witnesses television history as expert Henry Sandon discovers an authentic Pablo Picasso ceramic worth a staggering six-figure sum during filming at The Black Country Living Museum.

Hero bystander confronts knife-wielding man in London

A courageous member of the public risked his own safety to disarm a man allegedly threatening people with a knife during a terrifying incident in central London, with dramatic footage capturing the entire confrontation.

Why Rachel Reeves Must Gamble on Tax Hikes

Exclusive analysis reveals why the Chancellor faces an impossible choice between fiscal responsibility and crumbling public services as economic pressures mount.

Roy Keane's red card immortalised in stunning artwork

Manchester United icon Roy Keane's controversial red card against Manchester City has been transformed into a breathtaking piece of football art, capturing one of the Premier League's most dramatic moments.

Louvre's 76M masterpiece heist: Duo arrested

Two suspects arrested in dramatic police operation for allegedly stealing priceless 17th-century artwork from Paris museum in what authorities call 'the theft of the century'

Picasso's Dora Maar portrait sells for £34.7M

A captivating Pablo Picasso portrait of his lover Dora Maar has fetched an astonishing £34.7 million at Sotheby's London, showcasing enduring demand for the master's wartime works.

Louvre evacuates art as Seine floods Paris

The world-renowned Louvre Museum scrambles to protect priceless artworks from rising Seine waters, moving treasures to higher ground as Paris faces major flood threat.

Trans people risk exclusion from UK public spaces

A leading human rights expert reveals how transgender people face increasing barriers to accessing hospitals, shops, and public services across the UK, creating 'invisible walls' in daily life.

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